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Protesters in Calais condemn UK policies to stop Channel crossings

More than 70 organizations protest in Calais against UK policies that impact migrants crossing the Channel, advocating for safer routes and humane treatment.

Refugee Council urges UK to introduce special visas in effort to stop deaths in the Channel

The introduction of 10,000 refugee visas could help reduce deaths in the Channel and address the migrant crisis more effectively.

Syrian man died trying to cross Channel to UK on leaky dinghy, say French authorities

The first migrant death of 2025 occurred while attempting to cross the Channel from France to Britain, underscoring the risks of these journeys.

Protesters in Calais condemn UK policies to stop Channel crossings

More than 70 organizations protest in Calais against UK policies that impact migrants crossing the Channel, advocating for safer routes and humane treatment.

Refugee Council urges UK to introduce special visas in effort to stop deaths in the Channel

The introduction of 10,000 refugee visas could help reduce deaths in the Channel and address the migrant crisis more effectively.

Syrian man died trying to cross Channel to UK on leaky dinghy, say French authorities

The first migrant death of 2025 occurred while attempting to cross the Channel from France to Britain, underscoring the risks of these journeys.
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#government-policy

Channel migrant arrivals in 2024 totalled 36,816

Record deaths in Channel crossings underline the need for safer, legal routes for asylum seekers.

For years I've asked ministers what they expect refugees to do. They never have an answer | Diane Taylor

Government pledges to eliminate people smuggling face skepticism about their effectiveness, given the resilience of smugglers and decentralized operations.

UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous year

The number of small boat arrivals in the UK rose by 25% in 2024, totaling 36,816.
2024 had the second-highest number of Channel crossings since 2018.

Channel migrant arrivals in 2024 totalled 36,816

Record deaths in Channel crossings underline the need for safer, legal routes for asylum seekers.

For years I've asked ministers what they expect refugees to do. They never have an answer | Diane Taylor

Government pledges to eliminate people smuggling face skepticism about their effectiveness, given the resilience of smugglers and decentralized operations.

UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous year

The number of small boat arrivals in the UK rose by 25% in 2024, totaling 36,816.
2024 had the second-highest number of Channel crossings since 2018.
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#humanitarian-issues

Channel migrants: Home Office figures in 2024 show 36,816 crossed

The current approach to refugee crossings is failing, leading to tragic losses.
Immediate reform is necessary to ensure safer routes for people fleeing conflict.

Three people die and 48 rescued near Calais attempting to cross Channel

Overcrowded boats during perilous sea crossings have led to a record number of fatalities in 2024, underscoring an ongoing humanitarian crisis.

Channel migrants: Home Office figures in 2024 show 36,816 crossed

The current approach to refugee crossings is failing, leading to tragic losses.
Immediate reform is necessary to ensure safer routes for people fleeing conflict.

Three people die and 48 rescued near Calais attempting to cross Channel

Overcrowded boats during perilous sea crossings have led to a record number of fatalities in 2024, underscoring an ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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#home-office

Migrants crossing English Channel to UK surged by 25% in 2024, new figures show

The number of migrants crossing the English Channel to the UK increased by 25% in 2024 compared to 2023.

Small boat arrivals fell by a third in Rishi Sunak's last year of power

Migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats fell significantly, increasing pressure on Labour to sustain reductions.

Home Office signs tech and data sharing deal with Frontex | Computer Weekly

Enhanced border security through data sharing with Frontex
Focus on collaboration for improved intelligence and technology use

More than 500 migrants arrive in small boats

More than 500 people arrived in Dover on small boats, the highest daily total this year.
Total Channel crossings in 2022 reached 4,043, surpassing last year's figures.

Weather blamed for small boat arrivals under Labour passing 20,000

The number of small boat arrivals has exceeded 20,000 since Keir Starmer took power, influenced by an unusually calm autumn in the Channel.

Migrants crossing English Channel to UK surged by 25% in 2024, new figures show

The number of migrants crossing the English Channel to the UK increased by 25% in 2024 compared to 2023.

Small boat arrivals fell by a third in Rishi Sunak's last year of power

Migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats fell significantly, increasing pressure on Labour to sustain reductions.

Home Office signs tech and data sharing deal with Frontex | Computer Weekly

Enhanced border security through data sharing with Frontex
Focus on collaboration for improved intelligence and technology use

More than 500 migrants arrive in small boats

More than 500 people arrived in Dover on small boats, the highest daily total this year.
Total Channel crossings in 2022 reached 4,043, surpassing last year's figures.

Weather blamed for small boat arrivals under Labour passing 20,000

The number of small boat arrivals has exceeded 20,000 since Keir Starmer took power, influenced by an unusually calm autumn in the Channel.
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#migration-crisis

Three migrants die attempting English Channel crossing

The ongoing Channel crossings pose severe risks, especially with rising fatalities in colder conditions.

More than 50 people rescued from Channel, says French coastguard

The perilous Channel crossing continues to claim lives, with several fatalities reported amidst active rescue operations.

Three migrants die attempting English Channel crossing

The ongoing Channel crossings pose severe risks, especially with rising fatalities in colder conditions.

More than 50 people rescued from Channel, says French coastguard

The perilous Channel crossing continues to claim lives, with several fatalities reported amidst active rescue operations.
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#immigration

Philp says it's 'day of shame for Labour' as more than 600 people cross the Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour has faced criticism for not effectively stopping increasing Channel crossings despite being in power for six months.

Rishi Sunak denies ignoring voter concerns over RAF base use as asylum accommodation

Rishi Sunak addresses concerns of Lincolnshire locals regarding RAF Scampton accommodation for asylum seekers.
Rishi Sunak focuses on preventing boats from arriving to solve asylum seeker issue.

Philp says it's 'day of shame for Labour' as more than 600 people cross the Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour has faced criticism for not effectively stopping increasing Channel crossings despite being in power for six months.

Rishi Sunak denies ignoring voter concerns over RAF base use as asylum accommodation

Rishi Sunak addresses concerns of Lincolnshire locals regarding RAF Scampton accommodation for asylum seekers.
Rishi Sunak focuses on preventing boats from arriving to solve asylum seeker issue.
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#uk-home-office

973 migrants cross Channel into UK on same day 4 die

Record number of 973 migrants crossed the Channel in a single day amid tragic drownings, highlighting the dangers of desperate crossings.
Migration through the Channel remains a pressing issue for the U.K. government, amid rising fatalities and calls to combat smuggler gangs.

Cooper won't set timetable to cut 'dangerous' boat crossings

Yvette Cooper called illegal Channel crossings 'dangerous', noting urgent action is needed but providing no specific timetable for reduction.

973 migrants cross Channel into UK on same day 4 die

Record number of 973 migrants crossed the Channel in a single day amid tragic drownings, highlighting the dangers of desperate crossings.
Migration through the Channel remains a pressing issue for the U.K. government, amid rising fatalities and calls to combat smuggler gangs.

Cooper won't set timetable to cut 'dangerous' boat crossings

Yvette Cooper called illegal Channel crossings 'dangerous', noting urgent action is needed but providing no specific timetable for reduction.
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#migrant-crisis

French authorities rescue 85 migrants trying to cross Channel

The French navy rescued 85 migrants from perilous Channel crossings, amid increasing dangers and governmental actions against people-smuggling networks.

Several dead in attempt to cross Channel, say French authorities

The ongoing migrant crisis across the Channel results in tragic loss of life and highlights the inadequacy of prevailing deterrence strategies employed by France and the UK.

Eight migrants' killed while trying to cross England Channel

Eight migrants died in a Channel crossing, bringing attention to the ongoing refugee crisis and dangers of such journeys.
The increase in migration-related fatalities underscores the need for improved safety measures and international cooperation.

It's a human disaster': the French seaside towns on the frontline of small-boat tragedy

Local fishing crews responded to a tragic drowning incident involving a small dinghy carrying migrants, highlighting the dangers of unsafe crossings in the English Channel.

Sunak pledge to stop the boats' in tatters as channel crossings top 5,000 this year

Rishi Sunak's pledge to stop the boats faces challenges as record number of migrants cross the Channel.
Shadow immigration minister criticizes the Conservative government for overseeing dangerous Channel crossings and urges action.

Four people die in attempt to cross English Channel from France

French coastguard rescued 63 people trying to sail to Britain, with four deaths. UK changes policy to dissuade migrants crossing dangerous waters.

French authorities rescue 85 migrants trying to cross Channel

The French navy rescued 85 migrants from perilous Channel crossings, amid increasing dangers and governmental actions against people-smuggling networks.

Several dead in attempt to cross Channel, say French authorities

The ongoing migrant crisis across the Channel results in tragic loss of life and highlights the inadequacy of prevailing deterrence strategies employed by France and the UK.

Eight migrants' killed while trying to cross England Channel

Eight migrants died in a Channel crossing, bringing attention to the ongoing refugee crisis and dangers of such journeys.
The increase in migration-related fatalities underscores the need for improved safety measures and international cooperation.

It's a human disaster': the French seaside towns on the frontline of small-boat tragedy

Local fishing crews responded to a tragic drowning incident involving a small dinghy carrying migrants, highlighting the dangers of unsafe crossings in the English Channel.

Sunak pledge to stop the boats' in tatters as channel crossings top 5,000 this year

Rishi Sunak's pledge to stop the boats faces challenges as record number of migrants cross the Channel.
Shadow immigration minister criticizes the Conservative government for overseeing dangerous Channel crossings and urges action.

Four people die in attempt to cross English Channel from France

French coastguard rescued 63 people trying to sail to Britain, with four deaths. UK changes policy to dissuade migrants crossing dangerous waters.
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#uk

Number of Vietnamese migrants crossing Channel on small boats soars 177% in a year

The number of Vietnamese migrants to the UK by small boats has increased dramatically, driven by a new visa agreement facilitating access to Europe.

Cleverly hails impressive' French efforts on illegal migration

The home secretary of the UK, James Cleverly, met with his French counterpart to discuss illegal migration and build closer ties.
The influx of migrants crossing the Channel to reach the UK has reached over 1,000 this year.

Number of Vietnamese migrants crossing Channel on small boats soars 177% in a year

The number of Vietnamese migrants to the UK by small boats has increased dramatically, driven by a new visa agreement facilitating access to Europe.

Cleverly hails impressive' French efforts on illegal migration

The home secretary of the UK, James Cleverly, met with his French counterpart to discuss illegal migration and build closer ties.
The influx of migrants crossing the Channel to reach the UK has reached over 1,000 this year.
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#refugee-crisis

Protesters pay tribute to 12 people who died in Channel

Opening legal safe routes for refugees is essential to address the humanitarian crisis in the English Channel.

Nine boats carrying 572 people intercepted while crossing Channel

The UK government is intensifying efforts to tackle people smuggling across the Channel amid rising deaths and human trafficking concerns.

Protesters pay tribute to 12 people who died in Channel

Opening legal safe routes for refugees is essential to address the humanitarian crisis in the English Channel.

Nine boats carrying 572 people intercepted while crossing Channel

The UK government is intensifying efforts to tackle people smuggling across the Channel amid rising deaths and human trafficking concerns.
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#uk-government

Contract advertised to manage Kent migrant centres

The UK government is focused on improving the infrastructure for migrant arrivals while anticipating a decrease in numbers through policy measures.

Yvette Cooper to chair summit on tackling Channel smuggling gangs

The UK is intensifying efforts to combat criminal gangs smuggling people across the Channel, with a summit led by Yvette Cooper.

Contract advertised to manage Kent migrant centres

The UK government is focused on improving the infrastructure for migrant arrivals while anticipating a decrease in numbers through policy measures.

Yvette Cooper to chair summit on tackling Channel smuggling gangs

The UK is intensifying efforts to combat criminal gangs smuggling people across the Channel, with a summit led by Yvette Cooper.
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#migrants

Two people die in small boat Channel crossings as more than 700 make journey

Two people died trying to cross the Channel, highlighting the risks migrants face. Data shows a rise in arrivals, with 703 people reaching the UK in one day.

More than 500 migrants arrive in Kent small boats

514 migrants arrived in 10 boats from France, the highest daily total in 2021.
2021's Channel crossings reached 4,043 people, surpassing last year's total for the same time period.

Two people die in small boat Channel crossings as more than 700 make journey

Two people died trying to cross the Channel, highlighting the risks migrants face. Data shows a rise in arrivals, with 703 people reaching the UK in one day.

More than 500 migrants arrive in Kent small boats

514 migrants arrived in 10 boats from France, the highest daily total in 2021.
2021's Channel crossings reached 4,043 people, surpassing last year's total for the same time period.
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French police forcing migrants into Channel crossings in record number

Migrants are pushed to attempt channel crossings due to aggressive actions by French police funded by Britain, facing destruction of camps and increased risks of dangerous journeys.

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Cleverly hails 'impressive' French efforts on illegal migration at Paris meeting

UK and France are working together to tackle Channel crossings
More than 1,000 migrants have arrived in the UK this year after crossing the Channel
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